2000 Volvo V40 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V40. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volvo V40 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | V40 | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |